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Parks & Public Lands
 | The Eugene, Cascades & Coast region is known for its gorgeous parks, playgrounds and natural public lands. Sections of two national forests, the Willamette National Forest and the Siuslaw National Forest (which contains the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area), lie within this region. |
Island Park
- 200 W B St
- Springfield OR 97477
- Region: Springfield Oregon
- Subcategory: Parks & Public Lands
Lane County Parks
- 3050 N Delta Hwy
- Eugene OR 97408
- Phone: 541.682.2000
- Region: Eugene Oregon
- Subcategory: Parks & Public Lands
Access to the region's most beautiful natural preserves is made easy by the county's park system. Get close to local flora and fauna along foot paths and viewing MORE >>
McKenzie River Ranger District
- 57600 McKenzie Hwy
- McKenzie Bridge OR 97413
- Phone: 541.822.3381
- Region: McKenzie River - Cascade Mountains
- Subcategory: Parks & Public Lands
The McKenzie River Ranger Station is open Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. A land and resource management agency responsible for federal land along the McKenzie River MORE >>
Middle Fork Ranger District
- 46375 Hwy 58
- Westfir OR 97492
- Phone: 541.782.2283
- Region: Oakridge - Cascade Mountains
- Subcategory: Parks & Public Lands
Middle Fork Ranger Station open Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. A land and resource management agency responsible for federal land east of Eugene, which includes MORE >>
Mount Pisgah Arboretum
- 34901 Frank Parrish Rd
- Eugene OR 97405
- Phone: 541.747.3817
- Region: Eugene Oregon
- Subcategory: Parks & Public Lands
A beautiful 209-acre (85-ha) nature preserve five miles (8 km) southeast of downtown Eugene. Eight miles (13 km) of all-weather trails. Educational programs for all ages. MORE >>
Off-Leash Dog Parks
- Various locations
- Eugene OR 97402
- Phone: 541.682.4800
- Region: Eugene Oregon
- Subcategory: Parks & Public Lands
Dogs enjoy free rein at four off-leash dog parks located at Alton Baker, Amazon, Wayne Morse Family Farm and Candlelight parks. Free maps available at MORE >>
Old Town Park
- Laurel and Bay St
- Florence OR 97039
- Phone: 541.997.3436
- Region: Florence - Oregon Coast
- Subcategory: Parks & Public Lands
Located at the end of Laurel on Bay Street along the Siuslaw River, this park has a fenced dock for fishing and crabbing. You can also enjoy the gazebo and benches on MORE >>
Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area
- 855 Hwy 101
- Florence to Coos Bay
- Florence OR 97439
- Phone: 541.271.6000
- Region: Florence - Oregon Coast
- Subcategory: Parks & Public Lands
Part of the Siuslaw National Forest, the Oregon Dunes cover 40 miles along the coast, North America's largest coastal dunes. There are many ways to explore this dramatic MORE >>
Owen Memorial Rose Garden
- 300 N Jefferson St
- Eugene OR 97401
- Phone: 541.682.4800
- Region: Eugene Oregon
- Subcategory: Parks & Public Lands
Offering 400 varieties of roses in a spectacular setting along the Willamette River. The garden will enchant with its abundant roses and what is believed to be the MORE >>
Pocket Park
- 2305 18th St
- Florence OR 97039
- Phone: 541.997.3436
- Region: Florence - Oregon Coast
- Subcategory: Parks & Public Lands
The park includes sturdy play equipment, a basketball court, open sand area and covered bus shelter. MORE >>
Ridgeline Parks
- Access points at Fox Hollow Rd and Willamette St
- Eugene OR 97405
- Phone: 541.682.4800
- Region: Eugene Oregon
- Subcategory: Parks & Public Lands
Over 1,000 acres (405 ha) of scenic forested open space. Just minutes from downtown, visitors can enjoy 12 miles of running/walking trails with magnificent vistas of MORE >>
Rolling Rock Interpretive Park
- Between Jasper-Lowell Rd and Moss St
- Lowell OR 97452
- Region: Lowell
- Subcategory: Parks & Public Lands
Lowell's history is highlighted with interpretive displays that include historical artifacts, as caboose originally built in 1929 and a covered bridge. MORE >>
Siuslaw National Forest
- 3200 SW Jefferson Way
- Corvallis OR 97339
- Phone: 541.750.7000
- Region: Florence - Oregon Coast
- Subcategory: Parks & Public Lands
The Siuslaw National Forest offers several public campgrounds, from Reedsport to Waldport, and in Hebo. Also available are a visitor center, hiking trails and MORE >>
Skinner Butte Park & RiverPlay Playground
- Cheshire Ave
- Eugene OR 97401
- Phone: 541.682.4800
- Region: Eugene Oregon
- Subcategory: Parks & Public Lands
Situated along the Willamette River with panoramic views of Eugene. At RiverPlay Discovery Village Playground children can scale a play replica of Skinner Butte, uncover MORE >>
South Jetty Day Use
- South of Florence on Hwy 101
- Turn west on South Jetty Rd
- Florence OR 97439
- Phone: 541.750.7000
- Region: Florence - Oregon Coast
- Subcategory: Parks & Public Lands
South Jetty Day Use activities include OHV riding, picnicking, beach access, crabbing, fishing, surfing, beach combing, dog walking, and wildlife viewing from twelve MORE >>
Park Amenities
Recreational activities available in many regional parks include hiking and equestrian trails, jogging paths, disc golf, skateboard parks, community gardens, hot springs, manicured gardens and arboretums, play areas, picnic facilities and sports fields.Many area parks offer interpretive centers, volunteer opportunities, robust recreational and community programs, and are available for event rentals like weddings, parties and meetings. Community festivals are held in park amphitheatres, and community sports are held on park fields and in open spaces.
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Many parks are wheelchair accessible, offering paved trails through lava fields and up to waterfall viewing platforms.
